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A fresh Xperia 1 VIII render shows a square camera island and thick front bezels, suggesting a major redesign that many find unconvincing compared with the Xperia 1 VII. The leak also hints at hardware changes (potentially a larger sensor, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5) and a return of the 3.5mm jack, with Sony's launch anticipated in the coming weeks amid mixed reactions to the design.
Apple has begun ramping up its supply chain for a variable-aperture main camera expected to debut with the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max this fall. Sunny Optical is making the actuators, while LG Innotek plans to start module production by summer, signaling the first iPhone with an adjustable aperture to improve low-light performance and depth of field.
The OnePlus 15 is set to feature a major redesign with a new rounded square camera module, a matte finish with ceramic coating, and a thinner profile, likely to be announced soon in China with a global release later this year.
Apple's supplier LG Innotek is set to begin mass production of camera modules for the iPhone SE 4 in December, aligning with a potential launch in March or April 2025. The budget-friendly device is expected to feature a design similar to the iPhone 14, with a 6.1-inch OLED display, Face ID, a 48-megapixel rear camera, and Apple's first in-house 5G modem.
Apple plans to use a new compact camera module from Sunny Optical for its M5 MacBook models in 2025, with production in Vietnam. This move could lead to Sunny Optical becoming a key supplier for other Apple devices like iPhones and iPads. The company is also working on thinner MacBook Pro designs and potentially integrating Face ID in future models.
Leaked renders of the Google Pixel Fold 2, matching an earlier leaked prototype, reveal significant changes in the camera module and screen aspect ratio, with a squircle module housing three camera lenses and alterations in dimensions. The cover display now features a more traditional smartphone aspect ratio, while the inner display has smaller bezels and relocated cameras and sensors. Anticipated to launch no earlier than May, the Pixel Fold 2 is expected to offer an immersive screen experience.
Apple is rumored to be testing various prototypes for the iPhone 16 Pro, including a potential redesign of the camera module, with a sketchy rumor suggesting a unified approach for the camera housing. However, the final design remains uncertain, and it's advised to take the rumor with a grain of salt. Additionally, Apple is also testing prototypes for a new capacitive Capture Button and is expected to introduce new AI features exclusive to the iPhone 16 lineup.
A leaked image allegedly shows the new vertically-oriented camera module design for the iPhone 16, suggesting a change from the current diagonal layout. This change is expected to enable the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus to record spatial video, similar to the current iPhone 15 Pro models. The authenticity of the component design has been independently verified, and this shift in camera layout may incentivize users to record Spatial Videos, especially with the recent availability of Vision Pro in the United States.
The Google Pixel 9 Pro is receiving a new design with a redesigned camera module that fits better in protective cases, as shown in render images of a transparent protective case developed for the flagship. The new design is reminiscent of the Apple iPhone 15 and features a pill-shaped camera module without a sloping edge, allowing protective cases to fully enclose the module for better protection. The Pixel 9 Pro is expected to launch in the fall of 2024, with leaked details including its dimensions, camera setup, and launch timeframe.
The launch of the OnePlus 12 flagship smartphone has been overshadowed by reports of build quality issues, including fogging in the camera module, a gap in the frame, and even a dead bug inside. While the phone boasts impressive specs and a competitive price, these issues may have potential buyers considering other options. OnePlus fans are expressing disappointment, and the company's China president has addressed the concerns. It remains to be seen if these problems are limited to the Chinese models or if they will affect the global release.